Data Analyst, Internal Audit

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

• Location: RedQ, KLIA 2
• Department: Internal Audit
• Entity: AirAsia Group Berhad
• Status: Full-Time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

YOUR ROLE AS A DATA ANALYST:

The Data Analyst, Internal Audit at AirAsia Group Berhad will be responsible for supporting the Internal Audit function in delivering data-driven assurance through data analytics, automated testing, continuous monitoring and actionable insights. The role will leverage data from across the Group to identify emerging risks, control exceptions, unusual transactions and trends, and enhance the effectiveness and coverage of risk-based internal audit activities.

WHAT YOU’LL CHAMPION:

• Develop and perform data analytics to identify anomalies, unusual transactions, control exceptions and emerging risk indicators across the Group.
• Support risk-based audit planning through analysis of operational, financial, commercial, IT and other relevant data to identify areas of heightened risk and prioritise audit coverage.
• Design and implement automated audit tests and recurring analytics to support continuous auditing and monitoring of key risks and controls.
• Support audit assignments through data extraction, cleansing, validation, analysis and visualisation, including population-based testing where appropriate.
• Analyse audit findings, corrective action plans and remediation data to identify recurring issues, systemic control weaknesses, overdue actions and emerging trends.
• Develop dashboards and management reporting to provide Internal Audit, senior management and the Audit Committee with meaningful insights into risk, control and remediation trends.
• Perform Group-wide analytics to identify inconsistencies in the implementation of Group policies, processes and controls across AOCs, subsidiaries and Group functions.
• Assess data quality and integrity and identify limitations that may affect the reliability of audit analytics and conclusions.
• Collaborate with auditors and business stakeholders to translate audit objectives and risk areas into appropriate analytical procedures and meaningful insights.
• Keep abreast of developments in data analytics, artificial intelligence, audit technology and emerging risks.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Data Analytics, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in data analytics, internal audit, operational audit, risk management, or corporate governance. Experience in aviation is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively articulate findings and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Adaptable, high-integrity individual comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth, dynamic industry.

WHERE YOU’LL GO:

Dispatcher to captain, ramp agent to data analyst, brand executive to CEO - these are some Dare To Dream stories of our Allstars. 

Based on your performance and contribution in this role, you’ll grow into becoming an Assistant Manager. In this role, you’ll lead audit engagements, oversee a small audit team, and directly present valuable recommendations to senior management.

WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY:

- Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangement, and health and fitness amenities.

- Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities. 

- Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills and career growth programmes.

- Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners. 

- A unique Allstar culture like no other.

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

- Application received

- Candidate screening

- Interview(s) and assessment(s)

- Background check and/or other assessments

- Offer and negotiation

GET TO KNOW AIRASIA:

AirAsia has been the World's Best Low-Cost Airline for 16 consecutive years with over 800 million guests flown. We continue to champion dreams, serve the underserved and connect the world and Asean like no other so Now Everyone Can Fly.

GET TO KNOW US:

Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You’ll know us as the ‘Now Everyone Can Fly’ airline (if you don’t, we’re definitely older than you).

Today, we’re more than just an airline. We’re a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.

Above all, we’re Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we’re excited to have you onboard. 

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